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Since finishing my first year at University I have a few weeks to fill in before heading home. What better way to spend the time with friends and culturally exploring London before going back up to rural Yorkshire for the summer. So yesterday I went to the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition at the Barbican in London with a few friends.

The exhibition was breathtaking, the garments were varied, exquisite and timeless. The concepts behind the collections and creations were inspiring, along with the little added touches, such as the talking faces projected onto the mannequins, made the exhibition all that little bit more special. Although there is an entrance fee (£9.00 for a student) it is well worth the money. In total we spent two & a half hours exploring the exhibition & time flew! It is a definite must see in London, whether you are a Gaultier fan or not; the hours, craftsmanship, and detail put into every garment is something that can be appreciated by all. Ultimately awe-inspiring.

At weekend I ventured into London. On the Saturday I went to some fashion talks at the Victoria & Albert museum in the morning. In the afternoon my friend and I decided to tackle Oxford Street to go shopping, which was not a good idea – it was the busiest I have ever seen, it was a challenge finding your way anywhere!.

It was the 1st December on Sunday, therefore my friends and I found it acceptable to finally go to the Christmas markets and embrace the festive ambience.

Here are some pictures I took over the weekend.

Enjoy. x

One of Selfridges magical window displays. One of my favourite windows, largely down to the fact the centre piece is a huge YSL clutch bag.

Selfridges Kenzo parachutes

Selfridges window display featuring a huge Charlotte Olympia slipper.

Selfridges – oh imagine owning a giant bottle of flower bomb perfume?

Selfridges always does bigger and better. Even its headphones are bigger and better.

Here are some pictures of a recent visit to London. My friend and I spent the day walking the streets finding specific retailers for a project on our course and ‘fashion sightseeing’ despite the rather dull, drab, rainy weather. Admittedly we did get a little distracted by all the beautiful clothes and jewels we saw. Well who wouldn’t get a little carried away?

Enjoy x

Smiles in gloomy London

That mirrored staircase in Victoria’s Secret…

Taking a few moments to recharge

Lea & I fascinated by that mirrored staircase

The rain doesn’t stop the hustle and bustle on Bond Street

Oh… Bond Street why do you always looks so glamorous?

Bond Street

Where better to take a moment to rest and gather your thoughts than surrounded by luxurious clothes in Burberry Prorsum?